Treasury
Members discussed the importance of clear guidance to support the implementation of Payday Super, with Treasury noting this will be addressed through supporting materials.
Practical Compliance Guide
Members were invited to provide feedback on a draft compliance guide which outlines the ATO's proposed compliance approach for payday super.
Post meeting comment Note – since the meeting the practical compliance guide has been published for public consultation.
Public advice and guidance approach
The ATO will consult with stakeholders to identify priorities for public advice and guidance on Payday Super.
Preparation has already begun to support the 1 July start date. Members emphasised the importance of clear, simple communication to help with the transition.
Small business superannuation clearing house transition working group
The ATO held the first small business superannuation clearing house (SBSCH) Transition Working Group on 28 August.
Members shared valuable insights that will assist with communication activities and messaging.
Communications have begun to notify users of the closure of the SBSCH to new users from 1 October 2025.
SuperStream technical working group
The ATO confirmed the finalisation of updated technical documents to support upcoming SuperStream changes.
Single Touch Payroll technical working group
Members discussed upcoming changes to Single Touch Payroll including qualifying earning reporting from 1 July 2026.
Further information will be shared at a later to assist with implementation planning.
Attendees
Attendees list
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Organisation |
Attendee |
|---|---|
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ATO |
Emma Rosenzweig (Chair), Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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ATO |
Alex Affleck, Office of the Chief Tax Counsel |
|
ATO |
Amanda Keeble, Frontline Resource Management |
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ATO |
Anne Vandenhurk, Policy Analysis and Legislation |
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ATO |
Joanne Cameron, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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ATO |
Laurren Pamenter, Office of the Chief Tax Counsel |
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ATO |
Naomi Westwood, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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ATO |
Natasha Sekulic, Frontline Risk and Strategy |
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ATO |
Peta Lonergan, Superannuation and Employer Obligation |
|
ATO |
Scott Sargent, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
|
ATO |
Shane Moore, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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ATO |
Usha Narain; Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
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Access Software |
Philipa Durante |
|
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry |
Peter Grist |
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Australian Council of Trade Unions |
Casey Thompson |
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Australian Payroll Association |
Maria Nikoletatos |
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Australian Restaurant and Cafe Association |
Wes Lambert |
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Australian Retirement Trust |
Matt Dickson |
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Automatic Data Processing Limited |
Graham Coutts |
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Bluebird Accounting |
Julian Shimmin |
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand |
Tony Negline |
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Council of Small Business Organisations Australia |
Adele Sutton |
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Digital Service Providers Australia New Zealand |
Maggie Leese |
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Financial Services Council |
Hans Van Daatselaar |
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Gateway Network Governance Body |
Michelle Bower |
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Genesis Accounting |
Pat McCarthy |
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Institute of Certified Bookkeepers |
Matthew Addison |
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KPMG |
Andy Larmour |
|
SuperChoice |
Nikki Murray |
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Super Members Council |
Kate Brown |
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The Association of Payroll Specialists |
Jason Low |
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The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia |
Mary Delahunty |
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The Tax Institute |
Robyn Jacobson |
|
Treasury |
Benjamin Murphy |
|
Treasury |
Lachlan Alvey |
|
Woolworths |
Coral Hargrave |
|
Xero |
Erin Adams |
Apologies
|
Organisation |
Member |
|---|---|
|
ATO |
Caryn Kaluzinski, Superannuation and Employer Obligations |
|
Australian Bookkeepers Association |
Peter Thorp |
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Brilliant Admin Solutions |
Kerrie Jarius |
|
Giuntabell |
Nunzio Giunta |